Active Time

　　20 minutes

　　Total Time

　　2 1/4 hour

　　Those abstaining from the cocktails will appreciate this equally refreshing use of basil and lemon, two flavors that pair beautifully.

Ingredients

　　2 cups basil lemon syrup

　　2 cups cold water

　　2 cups ice cubes

　　1 1/4 cups fresh lemon juice

　　Garnish: fresh basil sprigs; lemon zest strips

　　lemon zest strips

　　Stir together all ingredients in a large pitcher, then pour into tall glasses half filled with ice.

　　Cooks' note:

　　Lemonade, without ice, can be made 3 hours ahead and chilled, covered.